Time Travel in Traditional Thai Dress: Exploring Mallika R.E. 124

Embarking on new experiences often sparks excitement, and this time, we're venturing into the realm of time travel – through traditional Thai attire.

Forget ordinary outings in Thai dress; this is a journey back to the year R.S. 124 (1887) at Mallika R.E. 124. Just the thought of it ignites a sense of anticipation.

Join us as we delve into this unique experience, exploring the joys and immersiveness of this historical adventure.

Mallika City

Located in Singha Subdistrict, Sai Yok District, Kanchanaburi Province, approximately 32 kilometers from Kanchanaburi City.

Covering an area of over 60 rai, divided into different zones according to the way of life of the people at that time.

Here, the city and way of life of the Siamese people in the Chao Phraya River basin during the reign of King Rama V or B.E. 2447 are recreated for tourists to visit.

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Thai Dress

As mentioned earlier, we will be wearing Thai dresses on this trip. So we arranged to buy tickets and then changed our clothes. There were lovely staff members who spoke in a "เจ้าค่ะ" (a polite Thai word) manner while waiting to change our clothes.

I am ready, my lord.

Remember, you can't just walk in with cash. To immerse yourself in the experience and keep with the theme, you'll need to exchange your money for "satang ru" before entering.

The Storytelling Room

Before entering the city of Mallika, we recommend visiting the "Storytelling Room." This room showcases the year 1887, during the reign of King Rama V.

The room features various photographs, meticulously copied from originals housed in the National Library. These historical images offer a glimpse into the past, allowing visitors to learn about the era through visual storytelling.

In addition, the storytelling room also features wax figures that recreate the clothing of people from that era.

It shows how people from different social classes dressed.

The prison also features a replica of a noble's jail cell from the reign of King Rama V.

A Thai-style coffee shop

Next to the storytelling room, there is a Thai-style coffee shop that caters to tourists. Interestingly, we just discovered that coffee pairs well with Thai desserts.

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Alright...we're going to take you into the city, we're really going to take you into the city now.

Entering the city now, but let me take a quick picture first!

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Saphan Han

After passing through the main gate, the first place we will go shopping, oops!! Walk through to see

It's Saphan Han.

The name Saphan Han (Rotating Bridge) originates from the bridge's design. In the past, it was a single wooden plank spanning a canal. One end was fixed in place, while the other could be rotated to allow boats to pass. During the reign of King Rama V, the bridge was replaced with a wider, curved wooden bridge. Small shops lined both sides of the bridge, and a walkway ran through the center. The city of Mallika has replicated this design.

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Commercial District

Walking past the Saphan Han Bridge, the first point we will pass is the Phraeng area, or the commercial district.

As the name suggests, this area is full of merchants, vendors, and various shops.

Before entering the Phraeng area, let's take a picture with this beautiful archway first.

As we mentioned at the beginning of the review,

this place does not use banknotes or coins like we do. You must exchange for satang to spend.

For those who have exchanged a small amount and have already used it up at Saphan Han, you can exchange more

at "Siam Commercial Bank" here.

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Next, let's go shopping!

The adjacent area is Bang Rak.

Shopping here

What's special is the food.

There are many kinds of Thai desserts to choose from, some of which are hard to find.

Another special thing is the vendors.

In addition to dressing in retro style, they speak with "เจ้าค่ะ" and "ขอรับ", which makes us feel like we are in the past.

This is what we mean by "time travel".

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The House of the Group

After passing through the Phraeng area, the next zone we will visit is the House of the Group.

Because that group of ships… has a group of people!! Wait, wait, no, that's not it.

The primary purpose of visiting the Reuan Muu restaurant is simply to eat.

This is because Reuan Muu serves as a lunch buffet venue.

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A wide variety of Thai food is available, and you can choose and add as much as you like.

Oh! And the lunch buffet closes at 2 pm.

Don't get lost in your thoughts and arrive at 1:50 pm like me (a few tears welling up in the corner of my eyes T T).

No need to worry about running out of food, just take the whole pot like this. Hey! What are you talking about? The staff will bring you more!

For us, nothing beats the taste of sweets.

Especially rare Thai desserts like these, I'll take a lot, haha!

As I was writing this review, my stomach started to growl. Oh well, let's just say that I ate until I was full.

But even after I was full, I still didn't leave the restaurant. I went upstairs to take some pictures.

The pavilion is a replica of a guest house for dignitaries in the reign of King Rama V of Thailand.

It is spacious, grand, and beautiful.

At Mallika City, it serves as a dining area and a venue for various performances.

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A nostalgic atmosphere in the retro style of Mallika R.E. 124 City

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Yaowarat Road

This area is a replica of the area where the Chinese people who came to settle in Siam in the past lived.

This area has a point of interest, which is the Shrine of the Goddess of Mercy.

The flower and incense vendors at the front of the shrine told me that...

When they first started working at Mallika City, they won the lottery regularly.

They believe it was because they made offerings and prayed to the goddess Mae Tapthim.

In addition to bringing good luck, the goddess is also said to be powerful in matters of career.

This is a true story, not a simulation.

Whether you believe it or not is up to you.

Another interesting thing in this area, and a must-see for visitors, is sending postcards to yourself. In Mallika City, if you want to send a postcard to yourself, you must go to the Mallika City Post Office. You can actually send it, it's not just a mock-up for fun.

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House of the Wealthy

Crossing the bridge to another zone, we arrive at the House of the Wealthy, also known as the House of the Rich.

This house is a replica of the homes of the ruling class in ancient times.

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At Mallika City, in the mansion of the wealthy, there are demonstrations of garland weaving, and visitors can even participate in the activity themselves.

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Kitchen

Walking out the back of the mansion,

you will find the kitchen area. This is the area for ordinary people.

There will be demonstrations of how to pound rice, grind rice, etc., according to the villagers' way of life at that time.

If anyone wants to try it, the aunts, uncles, and grandmothers are happy to demonstrate and teach you how to do it.

Walk around the back of the kitchen.

Finally, I have a picture with my lady.

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Floating House

Another place we want to revisit.

Why, you ask...?

Because we were so slow, walking around and taking pictures, that they had already packed up by the time we got there.

A Glimpse into the Past: The Floating Market and Tong Hoo Coffee Shop

The floating market, with its unique setting on a raft house, offers a glimpse into the past. In the days before modern transportation, waterways served as the primary means of travel, and shops and businesses naturally sprung up along the water's edge, often taking the form of raft houses like this one.

This particular raft house recreates the Tong Hoo Coffee Shop, a once-modern establishment that imported fresh coffee beans from abroad, a testament to the innovative spirit of the era.

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City View Tower

To conclude our beautiful trip back in time at Mallika R.E. 124, we ascended the City View Tower.

This majestic tower stands tall in the heart of Mallika City.

From the top of the tower, we were able to enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of Mallika City.

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Additional Information

Getting There

Mueang Mallika is located in Singha Subdistrict, Sai Yok District, Kanchanaburi Province, 32 km from Kanchanaburi City.

If you are driving, you can set your GPS to Mueang Mallika.

If you do not have a private car, you can take the public bus route Sai Yok Thong Pha Phum Sangkhla and get off at Mueang Mallika.

Entrance Fee

Adults 250 Baht / Children 120 Baht
Entrance fee + dinner + show: Adults 700 Baht / Children 350 Baht

Thai Costumes

Women

There are 2 options to choose from:
Price 200 Baht: Pha Sabai, Chong Kaben, accessories, brooch, and umbrella
Price 300 Baht: Ham sleeve shirt with sash, Chong Kaben, accessories, belt, and umbrella

Men
Price 100 Baht: Kuy Heng shirt, Chong Kaben, and waistcloth
Price 300 Baht: Ratchapratan shirt, Chong Kaben

Children
Price 50 Baht: Khao Krachok shirt for girls, Kuy Heng shirt for boys, and Chong Kaben

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For us, we think this place is more than just a beautiful miniature city.

Because besides being able to visit, we also learn about the history and way of life in those days.

Everything in this Mallika city, be it houses, merchants, food, and atmosphere,

makes us feel like we are in that era, as if we have traveled back in time.

For those who have never been there, we highly recommend it as another tourist spot that you don't want to miss.

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That's all for this trip review, bye.

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